Surface finishes
JawsTec offers a comprehensive selection of surface finishes to cater to diverse manufacturing requirements. From vapor smoothing to polishing, “As machined”, Aluminum anodizing, and bead blasting, clients have a wide range of options to choose from.
Our surface finishes
Finishes |
Texture description / Visual appearance |
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Raw | 3D printed parts feel slightly rough and grainy. | ||
Polishing | Free from scratches, marks, and surface defects. | Polishing services >> | |
Vapor Smoothing | Smooth and glossy. | Vapor smoothing services >> | |
As machined | CNC parts may have small surface marks and scratches. | As machined services >> | |
Aluminum anodizing | Grainy finish, matte surface. Hard coat anodizing will have smooth surface. | Aluminum anodizing services >> | |
Bead blasting | Matte, smooth, clean. | Bead blasting services >> |
FAQ’s
FAQ 1: Will you share my files and designs on social media or with other people?
No, we never share files or designs without the permission of you, the customer.
FAQ 2: Do you offer scanning off another 3D model?
No, we do not offer this service.
FAQ 3: What types of finishes do you offer?
We offer raw, tumbled, polished, and vapor polished finishes on all our parts except for SLA resin parts.
FAQ 4: Does tumbling, polishing, or vapor polishing affect the dimensions of my parts?
Tumbling, polishing, or vapor polishing finishes may affect the final dimensions of your parts by 0.05mm.
FAQ 5: Do you offer rush production?
Rush production is available for MJF PA12, SLS PA12, and SLS PA2200. However, you must have your orders in by 2:00 MST in order to start printing the same day. If you order comes in after 2:00 MST, your rush production order will be delayed by one business day. You can select rush production on our quote page.
FAQ 6: What is your most flexible material?
Our TPU with a shore hardness of 86A is the most flexible material we have.
FAQ 7: What type of files can you print off of?
We can print off almost any CAD file type. We prefer .STL files.